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The real golden age of Broadway began in 1943 with the phenomenal success of Oklahoma! which, between March 31, 1943 and May 29, 1948, will be performed 2212 times, or 5 years on the bill! The first work of the Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II tandem was followed, until 1959, by a dozen others, all of which would be a

resounding success. Of the 50 greatest musicals of the golden age featured in this anthology, 35 will receive the honours of a film adaptation that will extend and amplify their initial success. Cinema did not become a competition threatening the survival of Broadway Theatres until the mid-1960s and until the late 1970s.

A 5-CD SET which presents 133 unforgettable songs selected from the 50 Most Acclaimed Musicals 5CD set + documented & illustrated libretto.

All original Cast recordings.